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Woman's day dress

Designed for: House of Worth (French, 1858–1956)
French
1922
Object Place: Paris, France

Medium/Technique Linen embroidered with silk threads
Dimensions Center front: 123 cm (48 7/16 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Francis B. Lothrop and Mrs. George L. Batchelder
Accession Number62.344
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionBlue linen embroidered with white silk threads in pseudo-peasant pattern. Silk cord ties at V-neck opening. At each side are five buttons and loops which when unbuttoned enable person to get into dress. Linen worn and broken through in some places.
ProvenanceGift to the MFA, April 11, 1962